As an organization dedicated to helping children around the world, UNICEF is committed to working with partners who share their vision and values. To ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in their relationships with vendors and service providers, UNICEF has developed a set of General Terms and Conditions of Contract for Services.
These terms and conditions apply to all service contracts between UNICEF and its vendors, and cover a variety of topics, including payment, delivery, quality, confidentiality, intellectual property, termination, and dispute resolution. Here are some key highlights:
Payment: UNICEF will pay the vendor based on the milestones or deliverables specified in the contract, subject to approval by UNICEF. The vendor is responsible for providing invoices and supporting documentation that meet UNICEF`s requirements.
Delivery: The vendor must deliver the services in accordance with the specifications and timelines agreed upon in the contract. UNICEF may reject any services that do not meet the required standards, and may withhold payment until the services are satisfactory.
Quality: The vendor must provide services of a high quality, consistent with industry standards and best practices. UNICEF may require the vendor to provide evidence of their qualifications, experience, and certifications.
Confidentiality: The vendor must maintain the confidentiality of all information provided by UNICEF, including data, documents, and other material. The vendor must also ensure that their employees and subcontractors comply with these requirements.
Intellectual property: Any intellectual property created or developed by the vendor in the course of providing services to UNICEF will be owned by UNICEF. The vendor must obtain UNICEF`s prior approval for any use of UNICEF`s name, logo, or other intellectual property.
Termination: UNICEF may terminate the contract at any time for convenience, or for cause if the vendor fails to comply with the terms and conditions. The vendor may also terminate the contract for cause if UNICEF breaches the agreement.
Dispute resolution: Any disputes arising from the contract will be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration, as determined by UNICEF.
Overall, these General Terms and Conditions of Contract for Services provide a clear framework for UNICEF`s relationships with its vendors, and help to ensure that UNICEF`s high standards are upheld in all aspects of its work. As an organization committed to serving the most vulnerable children around the world, UNICEF relies on the support of its partners to make a difference - and these terms and conditions help to ensure that this support is provided in a fair and transparent manner.